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Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground

Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground, near Clatskanie, Oregon, is a peaceful spot that caters to both horse campers and those looking to pitch a tent or park an RV. With its secluded setting, you’ll find it’s a great escape from the hustle and bustle, especially during the quieter midweek stays.

The campground features well-maintained sites with picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for cozy evenings around the fire. Visitors have noted the clean pit toilets and the hand pump for water, which adds to the convenience without compromising the rustic feel. As one camper mentioned, “The scenery around the campground was gorgeous,” making it a lovely backdrop for your outdoor adventures.

For those eager to explore, the Big Tree Trail starts right at the tent camping area, leading you through some impressive old-growth trees. Whether you’re hiking or just enjoying the shade from the towering firs, there’s plenty of nature to soak in. Plus, the horse camp sites come with corrals, making it easy for equestrian visitors to enjoy the trails.

While the campground is primarily designed for horse campers, it also accommodates smaller RVs and tents, though larger RVs might find the spots a bit tight. With its clean facilities and beautiful surroundings, Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground is a solid choice for a relaxing getaway in the Oregon woods.

Description

Oregon Department of Forestry

Oregon State Forests

This is an Oregon Department of Forestry operated campground.
Northrup Creek Horse Camp provides relaxing camping opportunities in a quiet corner of Clatsop State Forest. Located 40 miles southeast of Astoria and 55 miles northwest of North Plains, the campground offers 8 reservable equestrian sites and 3 reservable drive-in campsites. Two trail systems are directly accessible from the campground: The 9-mile Northrup Creek Horse Trail Loop supports horseback riding opportunities, while the 1 mileBig Tree Trail offers a hiker only experience. Both trails explore local streams and state forest lands that include stands of old growth cedar, grand fir, Sika spruce and big leaf maple.

<font color="BLACK"><b>Reservations are required to stay in all sites. Walk Ins are not allowed.</b></font>

This is an Oregon Department of Forestry operated campground.

8 campsites have parking for a horse trailer and vehicle, a corral, and a tent or trailer site with table and fire ring. Across the road are also 3 campsites without horse facilities.
Horses are required in order to stay in sites 1 through 5.
Sites 6 through 8 are open to horse or RV campers.
Sites 9 through 11 are open to non-horse campers with RVs or tents as these sites do not have corrals.

Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using the trails. Don't move firewood. Please protect the Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camp destination.

Fee Info

There is an $8 reservation fee per site reserved. An $8 transaction fee is charged for any date or site changes made to an existing reservation. *Reservations for more than five nights/days that are later changed to fewer nights/days by cancelling nights at the end of the stay will only pay an $8 transaction fee. Reservations for more than five nights/days that are later changed to fewer nights/days by cancelling nights at the beginning of the stay will pay an $8 transaction fee and the nightly rate for each night cancelled.

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Location

Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground is located in Oregon

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Directions

Turn north on to Northrup Creek County Road at Milepost 35 on Highway 202, travel four miles on Northrup Creek Road to the campground.

Address

92219 Highway 202
Astoria, OR 97103

Coordinates

46.01900094 N
123.45326755 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Reservable
  • Electric Hookups
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Jul. 26, 2022

Quiet secluded forest camping

We had the campground to our self midweek.  This is a wonderful campground far enough off the beaten path and being listed has a horse camp most likely keeps the crowds down.  While this is a horse campground, only 8 of the sites are for horse campers, a small tent/RV camping loop of 3 sites is also available, but the parking pads are small so don't think most RVs will fit in the spots.  Each campsite has a picnic table and metal fire ring.  Nice flat ground for your tent with plenty of shade from the large trees.  Campground has a hand pump for water.  Dish wash stations are through out the campground for pouring out you dish water.  The horse camp sites all have corrals for the horses.  Nice hiking trail starts at the tent camping area, "Big Tree Trail" will take you past some monster sized trees.  This will be a campground we return to the next time we visit Oregon

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground by Dexter I., July 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground by Dexter I., July 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground by Dexter I., July 26, 2022
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Reviewed Jul. 12, 2022

Quiet and (mostly) clean

We stayed on Sunday and Monday nights and had the entire campground to ourselves. Not all of the tent sites can easily accommodate a larger tent. Toilet paper was found on the edge of our campsite, but that seemed to be the only trash around. Pit toilets were very clean! Big Tree Trail for hikers was well maintained and we took the opportunity to splash around in the creek. We will most likely be returning to this campground.

Site9
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed May. 26, 2022

Clean and quiet!

Wow, what a hidden gem of a campsite. While primarily a horse-friendly campsite, there are few RV/tent sites, but definitely not friendly for larger RVs. My 2001 Tacoma with a RTT was perfect, but I don’t think the sites are built for large-ish RVs. The scenery around the campground was gorgeous, the bathrooms were clean, there were trails one could take to explore around, and the road in was in great condition. Overall, I highly recommend this site. There were even water dump spots for kitchen water.

Site9
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground by Daniel S., May 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground by Daniel S., May 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground by Daniel S., May 26, 2022
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Reviewed Sep. 29, 2021

Beautiful Campground and day use area

This campground was so beautiful and clean! All of the campsites are nestled among big fir trees. The campsites have picnic tables and fire pits. We used the day use area this time but soon we plan on taking a trip up with our horses and riding the trails. I definitely plan on returning to this Campground

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground by Kelcie T., September 29, 2021
  • Review photo of Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground by Kelcie T., September 29, 2021
  • Review photo of Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground by Kelcie T., September 29, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the elevation of Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground?

    Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground is located at 649 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.